Question 1

what to do if i cannot tell whether my finger is broken or sprained?

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X-ray: To determine if there is a fracture an x-ray should be obtained. To  determine a sprain clinical evaluation by a hand surgeon is best. This can be confirmed by mri.

Question 2

finger fracture or sprain. how can i tell?

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Get an xray: Xrays are really the only way to tell for sure.  See your local orthopaedics surgeon.

Question 3

what's a good way to check if my finger is broken, dislocated, jammed, or sprained?

Accepted Answer

A great deal: Can be learned from examination by an orthopedic or hand surgeon. It is doubtful that a patient would have the expertise to narrow the possibilities. Sometimes an x-ray is needed to help sort things out.

Question 4

how can i tell my finger is broken please?

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Move it: If you can move it or it's not deformed, it's likely not broken.  If you can but with pain, then it may be broken.  The only way to know for sure is by x-ray.

Question 5

can't tell if my finger is broken or jammed?

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Get an x-ray: Many fractures may seem like only a "jammed finger" or sprain, but only an x-ray can tell for sure. It is better to have your finger evaluated if the pain, loss of motion, and swelling do not resolve within a few days.

Question 6

how to tell if my finger is broken or something?

Accepted Answer

Pain, swelling, loss: Of motion, deviation, rotation, stiffness, throbbing, numbness, discoloration, tightness all can be symptoms of a finger fracture. If one suspects a fracture, then elevation, ice , splinting and urgent evaluation is needed as many seemingly simple fractures in the hand require  a detailed understanding of what to do to optimize healing and return of function.

Question 7

can't tell if my finger is broken. is that possible?

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See below: These symptoms could be serious and need to be thoroughly evaluated by your doctor.

Question 8

can someone tell me how to know if my finger is broken/fractured?

Accepted Answer

X-rays: X-rays will provide the necessary information to determine about finger fractures (and the type of finger fracture). While physical examination alone can sometimes yield a lot of information, radiographic examination remains a true and tested method for establishing a diagnosis of a fracture within a finger.

Question 9

how to tell if my finger is sprained?

Accepted Answer

Pain and motion: A sprain would mean that the joints of the finger are not unstable but that they are sore and have decreased motion after an injury.   If this is the case, you likely have a sprain.  You can always see your doctor for an exam to be sure.

Question 10

can someone tell me how to know if my finger is sprained?

Accepted Answer

Sprain: Hi there! If you hit it hard or had it pulled to the side and one of the joints is sore especially to the touch and slightly swollen, chances are it's sprained. Make sure all the joints move normally and there's no snapping to make sure it's not a tendon injury.  Sprains usually hurt for 2-3 months. No specific treatment unless it's unstable.  Hopefully that helps!

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